Physical Therapist Assistant In House Registry Marianjoy
Physical Therapist Assistant In House Registry Marianjoy
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Job Description
Hours/Schedule: IHR (In House Registry) to cover PTO Leave or Schedule gaps. Expectation 192 hours in a year which includes 4weekend days per quarter and 2holidays. MondayFriday weekday availability is also preferred. Not a benefited position.
The Physical Therapist Assistant reflects the mission vision and values of NMHC adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists in the practice of Physical Therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant assists with providing safe and effective physical therapy services to persons impaired by physical illness or injury congenital or developmental disability and/or the aging process under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist in all practice settings. This is an OnCall/PRN position with opportunities to work at any of our network locations which include Wheaton Downers Grove Palos Heights Elmhurst Homer Glen and Oak Brook Terrace.
Responsibilities:
- Assumes responsibility and is accountable for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by a physical therapist and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.
- Provides physical therapy interventions in accordance with the treatment plan; provides patient and family teaching and works cooperatively with other patient team personnel. These functions are carried out according to hospital policy in accordance with the mission and vision of the hospital and with the philosophy of the department. May modify a specific intervention procedure in accordance with changes in patient status and within the scope of the established plan of care. Any modification beyond the established plan of care requires the approval of the physical therapist.
- Collaborates with supervising physical therapist regarding termination of services when maximum benefit is achieved.
- Makes appropriate and judicious use of doubles grouped and/or joint treatment sessions.
- Maintains productivity level of direct patient care as outlined by Marianjoy policy.
- Maintains treatment area equipment and supply inventory.
- Schedules and prioritizes workload.
- Carries out other duties and assignments as delegated by the director or manager.
- Flexible with their schedule to meet patient care and team needs.
- Delivers services consistent with the mission vision and values of NM.
- Maintains confidentiality and respects the rights and dignity of all individuals.
- Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures concerning precautions codes conditions and general safety.
- Based on patients cognitive physical age and functional limitations utilizes safe and appropriate guarding techniques and assistive/adaptive devices.
- Maintains a safe work environment.
- Documents on an ongoing basis all services provided patient response to services and changes in status relative to the plan of care in a complete accurate and timely manner.
- Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by participating in both internal and external educational events including integration of best practices into clinical practice.
- Ensures completion of all mandatory education requirements including CPR certification in a timely and efficient manner.
- Contributes to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the departments.
- Delivers services consistent with NMs Mission and Philosophy.
- Demonstrates a visible working style acts in a manner that is consistent with and shows commitment to NM Values.
- Maintains patient confidentiality and respects the rights and dignity of all individuals.
- Complies with current APTA Code of Ethics and state licensure laws.
Communication:
- Communicates effectively both verbally and nonverbally with team members. patients and care givers at levels appropriate to their age cognitive status and language abilities and informs them of necessary information related to program goals activities diagnosis and outcomes to facilitate collaboration within the program team and with the other clinical program teams.
- Participates in patientrelated conferences professional and organizational meetings as requested.
- Interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals.
- Communicates suggestions related to opportunities for improvement and maintaining positive relations with all customers.
- Maintains open communication with the Manager regarding availability and organization growth opportunities.
AA/EOE.
Qualifications :
Required:
- 3 years of experience in an inpatient rehabilitation and/or subacute program.
- Maintains an active Illinois therapy license to practice.
- Maintains current CPR certification.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Parttime
Employment Type
Part-time
